School Uniform Shoe List

Generic school shoe requirements based on uniform guidelines.

School Uniform Guidelines

Pupils must wear plain black school shoes that are below the ankle, have no coloured stitching and closed toes. All black closed‑toed sandals may be worn as part of the summer uniform only; otherwise sandals are not permitted. Shoes with coloured stitching, open‑toed shoes and any trainers, including black trainers, Vans, Nike or canvas shoes, are not allowed. In extreme cold or wet weather children may wear boots to and from school, but they must change into appropriate school shoes once inside the school premises.

Pupils must wear black trainers for PE lessons, and this requirement applies to students in nursery, reception and years 1 to 6.

View Full Guidelines
Not Permitted
  • Trainers
  • Open-toe shoes
  • Canvas shoes
School Shoe Fitting Guidelines

Children's feet grow quickly - they may need new shoes every 3-4 months depending on age and activity level.

Check for Proper Fit:

  • Allow approximately half an inch (1.3 cm) of space between the longest toe and the front of the shoe
  • Ensure the width is comfortable with no pinching or bulging
  • The heel should fit snugly without slipping
  • Shoes should be comfortable immediately - no "breaking in" period needed

When to Replace:

  • When there's less than half an inch of growing room
  • If the shoe shows signs of wear or damage
  • If your child complains of discomfort or pain
  • Check regularly for redness or blisters on your child's feet

Measuring Tips:

  • Measure both feet while standing
  • Measure at the end of the day when feet are at their largest
  • Have your child wear the type of socks they'll wear with the shoes
  • Use the measuring gauge on page 2 only if you can't get the shoes fitted professionally
  • Shoes from different brands may have different sizing, so it's important to try them on
School Information
Clapham Manor Primary School
London
SW4 0BZ
Download PDF

Download this shoe list as a PDF document to print or share.

Download PDF
Nearby Uniform Shops
Start-Rite Shoes
2.1 miles away
Swindon
Wiltshire
SW11 1BT
Papouelli
3.3 miles away
51 Elizabeth Street
London
SW1W 9PP
Trotters Childrenswear
3.4 miles away
King's Road Store, SW3 4UD
London
London
SW3 4UD
La Coqueta Kids
3.7 miles away
London
Greater London
U00 3CP
DEICHMANN
3.9 miles away
59 Southside Shopping Centre, Wandsworth SW18 4TF, UK
Wandsworth
SW18 4TF
Share This List
Email
Free Download

Printable Shoe Size Gauge

Measure your child’s feet at home with our free printable gauge ruler. Children’s feet can grow up to two full sizes in a single year — last term’s size is almost certainly wrong.

Download Size Gauge (PDF)